American Pearl in the News
In short: Manhattan User’s Guide’s pearl-buying guide quoted Eddie Bakhash on how to judge pearl quality.
Pearls
This Manhattan User’s Guide buying guide explained cultured pearls to New Yorkers: how to judge luster, body color, shape, overtone and nacre thickness, and how to compare strands side by side.
It quoted Eddie Bakhash on why pearls are best judged by comparison with other strands, and described the display chart of real pearls he built at his counter so shoppers could see the differences in person. The guide also included his advice on lighting, skin tone, care and restringing.
“a blind item because it’s an item of comparison”Eddie Bakhash, on buying pearls · Manhattan User’s Guide
Source: Manhattan User’s Guide. Clipping from the American Pearl press archive.
Common Questions
What did Manhattan User’s Guide say about buying pearls?
In its July 1998 guide, Manhattan User’s Guide quoted Eddie Bakhash and advised comparing strands side by side and judging luster, color, shape, overtone and nacre.
